02nd - 07th October 2025 Cinque Terre Watercolour
Explore the magnificent Cinque Terre region on a fantastic artistic retreat. Monterosso al Mare its the perfect location for exploring the colourful buildings, coastal scene and atmospheric sunsets through the eye of an art, whilst soaking up the atmosphere and enjoying the classic Italian ‘La dolce vita’ life-style, with relaxed meals and aperitivi. After your painting sessions, there is time to explore the coastal towns and walks, as well as relaxing on the beach. This retreat is a creative experience with a truly personal and luxurious touch.
This retreat takes place in a beautiful Villa in the magnificent Cinque Terre town of Monterosso al Mare. Located in the new part of Monterosso, just a few steps from the sea and the beach, as well as the well-known statue of ‘Il Gigante’. An oasis for relaxation and tranquillity, Villa Adriana is immersed in a beautiful garden of Palm and Mediterranean Pine trees. The rooms are beautifully furnished and spacious, with balconies from where to overlook the scenic views. Wifi and modern amenities are available in all rooms and throughout the hotel.
COST/DETAILS
€ 600 sign up deposit.
Non-painting partners/friends sharing room with participant discount applies. Please state twin or double on booking.
Full amount due: 21 days prior to course start date
For our full cancellation policy see our Terms & Conditions
INCLUDED*
- 6 Days/5 Nights
- Daily Breakfast and Dinners
- Tuition with demonstration and critique
- Daily Painting session
- Plein-air und sketchbook practice
- Materials for this course
- Guided painting excursions to select towns and villages
MEET YOUR TUTOR
About the Course
You can expect to learn:
- how to use value studies and the value map system
- Develop compositions
- Colour theory and value maps
- Colour theory and value map relationships
- The principles of drawing and painting
- Techniques and developing atmosphere and mood
At the end of each session, the tutor guides the students further through critique and agreed targets
By the end of the course, you can expect to have improved considerably and to have created a collection of beautiful paintings as a perfect momento of this artistic experience of a lifetime.
During this course you have the perfect opportunity to develop your painting and drawing skills in the relaxing and beautiful surroundings of Monterosso fishing village in Cinque Terre.
You will work with professionally graded equipment to use and a highly skilled tutor to guide your progress.
This creative experience is ideally suited for beginner to intermediate level students wishing to immerse in the creative act whilst enjoying a fantastic holiday amongst like-minded people.
Your tutor will deliver theory classes and demonstrations each morning, in order to give the focus of the day’s study. During the late mornings and afternoon, students explore and create following a brief designed to give a progression route that will empower each student to become more confident and expressive.
DAILY SCHEDULE
7:30am-9:00am: Breakfast
9:00 am: Instructor meets you at reception, then it will be a walk to the
painting location, all materials needed will be supplied, but you may need to
take spending money for coffee breaks etc, some sunscreen and appropriate clothing for the day.
12:00: end morning workshop. However you may wish to continue working or return to B+B.
Lunches are not included in this course and guests have the opportunity to eat at a location of their choice after the morning painting session or use the time to explore more of Florence on their own accord.
15:00-17:00: Workshop continues at morning location. Those who have finished work can be given a new task by the instructor. Review of work .
19:30: Dinner at a local restaurant.
The schedule may be subject to change due to weather, seasonal festivities and other reasons beyond our control.
WHAT TO PACK
Comfortable casual clothing and sensible shoes for walking, sandals, for the summer and comfortable shoes for when we are out and about all day. It rains even in Italy, and at times heavily. A rain coat, umbrella, layered clothing, a hat and long sleeves for sun-protection are recommended.Adequate clothing for painting, clothes may get stained. Aprons will be provided.
Spring/Autumn: Days are usually mild and sunny but it can be cooler in the mornings and evenings. We recommend layers and a raincoat as well as a jumper.
For Groups: If you are wishing to book a tour with your painting group, we are happy to arrange a specific course of your choice for you. Group discounts apply. Simply contact us with your requirements.
Non-painting partners are welcome at reduced rate and can join us on all our trips and excursion
COURSE LOCATION
Monterosso al Mare is the largest of the five coastal villages known as the Cinque Terre. The village is located on hills cultivated with lemons, vines and olives. Its amazing beaches, its beautiful reefs and the sea’s crystal clear waters make this small village one of the most hospitable of the Ligurian Riviera.
Nearest major airports:
- Milan Linate
- Rome
- Pisa
- Genoa
- Bologna Giuglielmo Marconi
- Florence
By train:
- from Pisa
- Bologna
- Florence
Transfers: Taxi services can be arranged from Monterosso Train station (500m distance) Genoa and Pisa airport by the Hotel. Please contact with us if you wish to arrange pick up at either of these locations.
Some Images From Our Cinque Terre Courses
